Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thompsonii
ID:
169535

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.V.Morton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.23: 270 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168864

Common Names

  • Thompson's Clover
  • Trifolium Thompsonii
  • Thompsonii Clover

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Synonyms

  • Lupinaster thompsonii (C.V.Morton) Latsch. [valid]

Description

Trifolium thompsonii (also called Thompson's Clover, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to western North America, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium thompsonii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium thompsonii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium thompsonii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 m (20 ft) in height. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Trifolium thompsonii

Trifolium thompsonii is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California.

Trifolium thompsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium thompsonii?

Trifolium thompsonii

What is the common name of Trifolium thompsonii?

Thompson's Clover

What is the family of Trifolium thompsonii?

Fabaceae

Species in the Trifolium genus

Trifolium sarosiense, Trifolium albopurpureum, Trifolium attenuatum, Trifolium bejariense, Trifolium brandegei, Trifolium howellii, Trifolium latifolium, Trifolium leibergii, Trifolium obtusiflorum, Trifolium polyodon, Trifolium riograndense, Trifolium trichocalyx, Trifolium virginicum, Trifolium olivaceum, Trifolium rhombeum, Trifolium appendiculatum, Trifolium andersonii, Trifolium lemmonii, Trifolium thompsonii, Trifolium wigginsii, Trifolium amabile, Trifolium andinum, Trifolium barbigerum, Trifolium beckwithii, Trifolium bifidum, Trifolium bolanderi, Trifolium breweri, Trifolium carolinianum, Trifolium chilense, Trifolium ciliolatum, Trifolium cyathiferum, Trifolium dasyphyllum, Trifolium depauperatum, Trifolium fucatum, Trifolium gracilentum, Trifolium haydenii, Trifolium kingii, Trifolium longipes, Trifolium macraei, Trifolium macrocephalum, Trifolium microcephalum, Trifolium microdon, Trifolium monanthum, Trifolium nanum, Trifolium oliganthum, Trifolium parryi, Trifolium physanthum, Trifolium plumosum, Trifolium polymorphum, Trifolium reflexum,

Species in the Fabaceae family